ORIENT RA-NR2008B User manual

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MECHANICAL WATCH

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Thank you for choosing our product. To ensure prolonged use and optimum

performance, please read this instruction manual carefully and familiarize

your-self with the terms of the guarantee.

Please keep this Instruction Manual handy for future reference.

 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Make absolutely sure to observe the demarcated contents indicated below to

prevent any possible physical danger and property damage to you as well as

other people concerned.

... A demarcation with this symbol represents the contents

assuming possibility for death or serious injury

when the product is used in any manner different from

given instructions.

... A demarcation with this symbol represents the contents

assuming possibility of causing human injury or

material damage only when a product is used in any

manner different from given instructions.

WARNING

!

CAUTION

!

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 IN HANDLING THE WATCH

(1) Water-resistance

Conditions

of use

Type

Underwater

operation of

crown and

operation

of crown

with drops

of water

on it

Exposure

to small

amounts

of water

(face-

washing,

rain, etc.)

Water sports

(swimming,

etc.),

frequent

contact with

water (car-

washing,

etc.)

Skin diving

(air tanks

are not

used)

Scuba

diving

(air tanks

are used)

Mixed-gas

Diving

(using

helium

gas)

Non water resistant

Without

WATER

RESISTANT

(WATER

RESIST)

× × × × × ×

Water

resistant

watches

Water

resistant for

daily life

WATER

RESISTANT

(WATER

RESIST)

×



× × × ×

Reinforced

water

resistance

for daily

life I

WATER

RESISTANT

(WATER

RESIST)

50m (5bar)

×

 

× × ×

Reinforced

water

resistance

for daily

life II

WATER

RESISTANT

(WATER

RESIST)

100m (10bar)

200m (20bar)

×

  

× ×

Diver’s

watches

Diver’s

watch for Air

Diving

AIR DIVER’S

100m / 150m

200m

×

   

×

Diver’s

watch for

Mixed-gas

Diving

He-GAS

DIVER’S

200m / 300m /...

×

    

* It is recommended that you use the watch correctly following the above-mentioned scope of usage

after ascertaining water resistance precautions marked on the dial or caseback.

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1 A watch with water resistance for daily life 30m (3 bar) can be used

during face-washing, etc. but cannot be used in an environment in which

it will be submerged in water.

2 A watch with reinforced water resistance for daily life I 50m (5 bar) can be

used while swimming, etc. but cannot be used during any type of diving

including skin diving.

3 A watch with reinforced water resistance for daily life II 100m or 200m (10

or 20 bar) can be used while skin diving, but cannot be used while scuba

diving using oxygen tanks or saturation diving using helium gas, etc.

4 Keep the crown pushed in at all times (in the normal position) while using

the watch. If the crown is the screwed-down type, check that it is securely

screwed down.

5 Do not operate the crown underwater, or while the watch is wet. Water

may enter the interior of the watch and defeat the water resistance.

6 If your watch is non-water resistant, beware of splashes of water (during

face washing, rain, etc.) and sweat. If the watch becomes wet from water

or sweat, wipe the moisture off with a dry, soft cloth.

7 Even with a water resistant watch for everyday use, avoid directing

strong jets of mains water onto the watch. Water pressure above the limit

can apply, which may defeat the water resistance.

8 With a water resistant watch for everyday use, rinse sea water off the case

after exposure, then wipe it thoroughly to avoid corrosion and other effects.

9 The interior of the watch contains some amount of moisture, which may

cause fogging on the inside of the glass when the outside air is cooler

than the internal temperature of the watch. If the fogging is temporary

it causes no harm inside the watch, but if prolonged, or if water enters

the watch, consult your place of purchase and do not leave the problem

untreated.

CAUTION

!

WARNING

!

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(2) Shock

1 Be sure not to carry the watch when you engage in

strenuous sports, whereas playing such light sports as golf,

etc., will not adversely influence the watch.

2 Avoid a violent shock such as dropping the watch on the

floor.

(3) Magnetism

1 If the watch is left at a location with strong magnetism for an extended

period of time, the components may be magnetized, resulting in

malfunction. Be careful.

2 The watch may temporarily speed up or slow down when exposed to

magnetism. Precision is restored when placed away from magnetism. In

such a case, reset the time.

(4) Vibration

The watch may lose precision if subjected to strong

vibrations such as from riding motorcycles, using

jackhammers, chain saws, etc.

(5) Temperature

In environments below and above normal temperatures (5°C-35°C), the

watch may malfunction and stop.

Do not use the watch at high temperatures, such as in a sauna. The

watch may heat and cause burns.

(6) Chemicals, Gases, etc.

Utmost caution must be exercised when coming into contact with gases,

mercury, chemicals (paint thinner, gasoline, various solvents, detergents

containing such components, adhesives, paint, drugs, perfumes,

cosmetics, etc.), and so forth. Such may cause discoloration of the

watchcase, watchband, and dial face. Discoloration, deformation, and

damage to various resin-based component parts may also occur.

CAUTION

!

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(7) About accessory parts

Do not attempt to disassemble or modify the watch.

Store the bracelet/strap pin and other small parts out of the reach of

children.

If any small parts are swallowed, immediately contact a doctor.

(8) Allergic reactions

If you develop a skin rash or your skin becomes abnormally irritated due

to contact with the watch or strap, stop wearing the watch immediately

and consult a doctor.

(9) About “luminous light”

Some models have luminous light on the hands and dial.

The luminous light is a safe paint that stores sunlight and artificial light

without using any radioactive material, and emits that light in a dark

setting. As the paint discharges the stored light, it will become dimmer

over time. The amount of light emitted and the time that light is emitted

depends on various factors when the light is stored, such as the shape

of the glass, the thickness of the paint, surrounding brightness level, the

distance from the watch to the light source, and the light absorption level.

Please note that when not enough light energy is stored, the watch may

emit weak light or emit light for only a short time.

(10) Water resistant watchband

Some models employ leather and nylon bands on which a special

treatment to resist perspiration and water absorption have been applied.

Please understand that the water resisting effect of this watchband can

be lost depending on the period and conditions of use.

CAUTION

!

WARNING

!

CAUTION

!

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 HOW TO IDENTIFY THE CALIBER NUMBER

Check the caliber number by referring to the model number of your watch or

the case code on the watch’s case back.

1. Searching by 10-digit model number

Check the 10-digit model number on the guarantee supplied with your watch.

You can also see the number on the product tag put on the watch. Its second

and third digits indicate the caliber number of your watch.

Example: If the model number is “ DB05001B ”, the caliber number is “DB”.

2. Searching by the case code

See the case code on the case back of your watch.

A: If the case code is 6 digits, the first two digits indicate the caliber number.

B: If the case code is 8 or 9 digits, the first three digits indicate the

movement number. Search the caliber number corresponding to the

movement number referring to the correspondence table.

Example A

Case code

Example B

Example A : When the case code is “DB05-C0”, the caliber number is “DB”.

Example B : When the case code is “469396-81”, the movement number is

“469”. The caliber number corresponding the number will be

found “EM” on the table.

* The place of case code may vary and its letter size may be small and

difficult to see depending on the characteristics of watches.

* The pictures and illustrations on this manual may differ from the actual

appearance of your watch but the function and operation procedures are

the same.

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 SPECIFICATIONS

Caliber Click-B Date Day of week Hand winding Daily accuracy Remark1*

DB 46A

– – – – +25~-15s/day –

DW 48D

–

○

– – +25~-15s/day

9:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.

EM 469

○ ○ ○

– +25~-15s/day

9:00 p.m.-4:00 a.m.

ER 487

–

○

– – +25~-15s/day

9:00 p.m.-2:00 a.m.

NB 555

– – – – +40~-30s/day –

NQ 559

–

○ ○ ○

+40~-30s/day

8:30 p.m.-4:00 a.m.

NR 557

–

○

–

○

+40~-30s/day

8:30 p.m.-0:30 a.m.

PF 597

–

○

–

○

+40~-30s/day

8:30 p.m.-0:30 a.m.

PM 599

–

○ ○ ○

+40~-30s/day

8:30 p.m.-4:00 a.m.

(1) Vibrations: 21,600 vibrations/hour

(2) Number of jewels: 21 jewels

(3) Running time: More than 40 hours

(4) Shock-proof bearings to protect the balance with hairspring from shocks.

The stated daily accuracy is in the following conditions:

• After 24 hours at room temperature with the mainspring wound fully and

the dial facing up.

• Due to the characteristics of the automatic winding watch, the time may

deviate from the stated “daily accuracy” depending on the following

conditions: amount of time the watch is worn each day, position of the

watch, movement of your arm, winding condition of the mainspring.

Product specifications may change without notice, for improvement.

CAUTION

!

* Avoid setting the date during the time periods listed in “Remark1” above

since the calendar changes during this time. If the date is set during this

time period, the date may not change or the watch may malfunction. Be

sure to move the hour and minute hands away from this time period when

setting the date.

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 NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF INDIVIDUAL COMPONENT PARTS

A: Hour hand

B: Minute hand

C: Second hand

D: Crown

E: Dial

F: Click button

* EM(469) only

G:

Date

H:

Day of the week

* The position of the crown, date indicator, or day of the week window may

be different, depending on the model.

<DB(46A), NB(555)>

A

B

C

E

D

<EM(469), NQ(559), PM(599)>

A

B

C

E

D

G

H

F

<DW(48D), ER(487), NR(557), PF(597)>

A

B

C

E

D

G

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 AUTOMATIC WINDING MECHANISM

(1) The mainspring is wound by natural movements of your

arm when wearing the watch on your wrist.

(2) If your watch stops, swing the watch back and forth ten

or more times to re-start the second hand. After it starts

moving, set the date and time.

(3)

This watch will run approximately 40 hours after it is fully

wound. If it is not wound enough, the watch may lose

accuracy. In order to maintain the watch’s accuracy, we

recommend wearing the watch at least 8 hours a day.

 HAND WINDING MECHANISM

(1) The mainspring is wound up manually.

(2) To wind the spring, turn the crown clockwise.

When you turn the crown counterclockwise, the spring will not be wound.

(3) Once the spring is fully wound, the crown will no longer turn. Be careful

not to keep trying to turn it, or the spring or other parts may be broken.

(4) This watch will run approximately 40 hours after the spring is fully wound.

 MODELS WITH SCREWED-DOWN CROWN

Depending on the model, you may not be able to pull the crown out without

unscrewing it (models with screwed-down crown).

Operate this type of watch as follows:

(1) Before setting the date and time, first turn the crown to the left to loosen

the screw lock.

(2) After setting the date and time, turn the crown to the right while pressing

in, until it stops turning to securely tighten the screw.

 MODELS WITH A SCREWED-DOWN BUTTON RING

Some models may have a configuration that allows the button ring (ring on

the outer periphery) to be locked (fixed) into place by being screwed down.

Use the following operating method for this type of watch.

(1) When wanting to use the buttons, first turn the button ring to the left, and

then loosen it until the screw stops.

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* The buttons may not be able to be used if the button ring cannot be

loosened enough. Do not turn it more forcefully than necessary.

(2) After finishing using the buttons, turn the button ring to the right, and

firmly tighten it until the screw stops.

* Do not tighten it more forcefully than necessary.

 HOW TO SET THE TIME [DB(46A), NB(555)]

(1) Pull the crown out.

(The second hand does not stop.)

(2) Turn the crown clockwise and set the

current time.

* When setting the time, first bring

the hand back slightly earlier than the

current time and then move it forward

to the current time.

(3) Press the crown in to the normal

position.

Turn clockwise

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 HOW TO SET THE TIME & CALENDAR [EM(469)]

(1) Press the click button and set the

previous day of the week.

* The day of the week can be

displayed in two languages. Press

the click button to select your desired

languages.

The languages available differ

depending on the model.

(2) Pull the crown out to the first click.

* The crown on this watch can be

pulled out to the first and second clicks.

(3) Turn the crown counterclockwise to set

the date indicator to the previous date.

* About date correction at month’s end:

Date correction is necessary for months with 30 days or less.

In this case, set the date to the [1st day] on the first day of the next month.

Turn

counterclockwise

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(4) Pull the crown out to the second click.

(5) Turn the crown to set the time.

* Turn the crown clockwise until

today’s date is displayed. It is the

“a.m.” when the date changes. Set the

hands further forward to adjust to the

current time.

* Since the calendar changes at

midnight, take care not to confuse a.m.

and p.m. when setting the time.

(6) Push the crown back to the normal

position.

Turn clockwise

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 HOW TO SET THE TIME & DATE

[DW(48D), ER(487), NR(557), PF(597)]

(1) Pull the crown out to the first click.

The crown on this watch can be pulled

out to the first and second clicks.

(2) Turn the crown counterclockwise to set

the date indicator to the previous date.

* About date correction at month’s end:

Date correction is necessary for months with 30 days or less.

In this case, set the date to the [1st day] on the first day of the next month.

(3) Pull out the crown to the second click.

The second hand does not stop.

Turn

counterclockwise

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(4) Turn the crown clockwise and set the

current time.

* Since this watch comes with a

calendar, make sure that you set either

a.m. or p.m. without fail.

The date changes at [twelve o’clock

midnight].

* When setting the time, first bring

the hand back slightly earlier than the

current time and then move it forward

to the current time.

(5) Press the crown in to the normal

position.

 HOW TO SET THE TIME & CALENDAR [NQ(559), PM(599)]

(1) Pull the crown out to the first click.

The second hand does not stop.

(2) At first turn the crown clockwise to the

previous day of the week.

* The day of the week can be displayed in two languages.

Press the click button to select your desired languages.

Turn clockwise

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The languages available differ

depending on the model.

Turn the crown counterclockwise to set

the date indicator to the previous date.

* About date correction at month’s end:

Date correction is necessary for months with 30 days or less.

In this case, set the date to the [1st day] on the first day of the next month.

(3) Pull the crown out to the second click.

(4) Turn the crown to set the time.

* Turn the crown clockwise until today’s date is displayed.

It is the “a.m.” when the date changes. Set the hands further forward to

adjust to the current time.

* Since the calendar changes at midnight, take care not to confuse a.m.

and p.m. when setting the time.

(5) Press the crown in to the normal position.

Turn clockwise

(Day setting)

Turn

counterclockwise

(Date setting)

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◆ HOW TO SET THE MONTHLY CALENDAR

Some models come with a calendar function which uses an inner ring or

bezel on the exterior of the case to indicate the date.

The monthly calendar can be used by turning the crown to set the rotating

ring inside the watchcase and aligning it with the day of the week that is

printed on the dial.

Turn the crown to align the first day of the month to the appropriate day of

the week.

* Note that when setting the first day of the month, if the days at the end of

the month (31st, etc.) are aligned with the section that does not have the

days of the week printed on the dial (3 - 4 o’clock side), days of the week

will not be indicated at the end of the month.

* The position of the inner ring crown and details of the date indicator may

vary depending on the model.

◆ HOW TO USE THE MULTI-YEAR CALENDAR

Some models come equipped with a multi-year calendar. Check the

instructions for the model that you purchased to ensure that you set your

watch correctly.

The yearly calendar printed on the rotating ring can be set easily using the

crown.

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◆ NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF COMPONENT PARTS

Month

Dates (for 1 month)

Inner ring crown

Inner ring :

Last 2 digits of the year

Inner ring :

Day of the week

* The position of the inner ring crown, location of the indicators, and style of

the month indicator (numbers or alphabet letters) may vary depending on

the model.

◆ HOW TO SET THE MULTI-YEAR CALENDAR

Example 1: To set the month to October 2007 (ordinary year)

(1) Turn the inner ring crown to align “07” of the inner ring to “OCT” (the

month) on the bottom of the dial.

(2) The calendar for October 2007 is displayed on the upper half of the dial.

Example 2: To set the month to February 2008 (leap year)

* The last two digits of the year for a leap year are printed in white on black

(i.e., with the colors reversed).

(1) Turn the inner ring crown to align “08” to FEB (the month) shown on the

dial.

* Only set January and February of leap years to JAN and FEB .

There are no differences between an ordinary year and leap year for the

months from March to December.

(2) The calendar for February 2008 is displayed on the upper half of the dial.

The months of January and

February in a leap year

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◆ WORLD TIME

You can see the time in cities around the world by turning the crown (2)

to the present time of one of the cities printed on the dial. In the figure on

the right, since the time in Tokyo is 10:08 a.m., align “10” on the rotating

indicator ring to “TOKYO” on the dial. To tell the time in other cities, simply

look at the corresponding numbers on the rotating indicator ring.

Crown (2)

Using the World Time Ring, you can see the times all around the world.

Example: It is 10:00 p.m. now.

(1) In the 24-hour system, 10:00 p.m. is 22:00 hours.

(2) Set TOKYO on the World Time Ring

to the 22-hour position of the 24-hour

scale.

* The World Time Ring comes in various

types, such as with a crown for setting

world time or with a rotating bezel.

(3) The position that CHICAGO on the

World Time Ring indicates is the time in

Chicago.

* The position indicated by each scale on the World Time Ring represents

World

Time Ring

24-hour

scale

TOKYO

CHICAGO

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the time in that country.

Using this method, you can simultaneously see the time in countries around

the world by using the scales on the World Time Ring and reading the dial.

* The city names are major cities in various countries around the world.

* Some countries use daylight savings time.

* Note that in some countries policies regarding daylight savings time may

be changed by the government ordinance.

 HOW TO USE THE ROTATING

INDICATOR BEZEL

Please notice that some models come with a

rotating indicator bezel, which should be used

properly.

Turn the bezel by pointing the



mark to the

minute-hand. While certain time goes by,

you can measure the elapsed time from the

distance between minute-hand and figures

on the rotating indicator bezel. You can also

set the



mark as a desired time to remind

you how long time is still remain for an

appointment.

You cannot turn the bezel reversely since it

comes with a protection mechanism for preventing wrong operation by force

or shock. Figures on the bezel could also help you to read the current time

easily.

* Depending on design, anti-reversely and 1 minute “click” sound

mechanism on rotating indicator bezel does not apply to some models.

Rotating bezel

E

l

a

p

s

e

d

T

i

m

e

The above shows

that 20 minutes have

elapsed from 10:10.

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